BAK x4S 6 Months Later... Still the Best tonneau cover in 2022?

This is a 6 month update of the @TruckHero @BakIndustries-TC BAK Revolver X4s. When it came time for me to buy a tonneau cover for my 2021 F-150 I looked back on all of the different covers I have owned from the Lund Genesis Elite, to the Roll-N-Lock E-Series, and the LEER HF650. My goal was to look for a cover that combined all of the best features, and eliminated most of the negatives. That is why I settled on the BAK Revolver X4s. This is NOT sponsored, just my genuine point of view on why I went this direction.

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[dominickthompson]

Good review. Thanks for being thorough and honest. I am a "watertight" person (as possible) and own a 3500 GMC because we tow a heavy RV. Most of the time I have expensive tools in the bed that I need as waterproof as possible to protect them. Otherwise I'd love to be driving a Yukon. Waiting on GM to introduce a Yukon 3500 LOL. Thanks again.

[LeeannToone]

Yay! Someone from Phoenix to give a review about the brutal sun. Thank you.

[alaskaaccurate]

I put one of these on my F350 Long bed. I love it. I'm even more impressed with BAK's customer service. My cover want's to pop up near the cab just to the rear of where it's bolted to the rails. My dealer sent me a replacement. Same issue again. Seems to be a lot of tension right at the first joint that prevents it from freely laying flat. I contacted Bak and they've sent me another cover. Its waiting for me to get home to install. For the money I shouldn't have to pop it down after I get somewhere. But BAK is amazing and I love it other than that. Great video. With ya on the water tight part. Heck my 2021 F350 you can see daylight in all four corners of the bed so the cover is probably more water tight than fords engineering.

[daniboi]

I watched your video a number of times (along with others) before ordering the same cover for my Tundra. I also watched your video on the bed rug (along with others) before ordering it for my truck as well. Good reviews each; thanks.

[roderickpage]

Just purchased my cover like 5 minutes ago. Sorry I didn't see your video first. Can't wait for it to arrive and I'm now subscribe to Gears and Gadgets.

[greglangford]

I would recommend using 3M adhesion promotor and the two sided tape will NOT come loose. It is a game changer.

[millibarman]

Currently in the market. Bought Revolver2 in 2015 for 2015 Sierra. Lasted 7 years. Not bad. THE winning feature is the non-visibility blocking profile when rolled up. For the $ I can’t complain. What finally took it out was two slats that would no longer interlock. They caused the tonneau to buckle which cracked the vinyl cover. Sucks because I maintained it religiously with 303 UV cleaner and conditioner. Also, as you said, the two underneath felt strips (critical for not pinching or burning your hands while rolling it up) came loose in year 2 or 3. They were completely immune to any adhesive I tried and just hung there for 5+ years :(

All in all … very happy. Just not interested in taking up the front third of my short bed or blocking my rear window … at all.

P.S. … sorry to be a grammar Nazi, but bureau, chateau, Flambeau, plateau, tonneau. ‘tah know’ Not ‘tah knew’ 👍

[GSum-sqdp]

Mine lasted 5 years and then fell apart. Top vinyl peeled off. One locking rail stopped locking. The back slats came loose. Worked well for 5 years. My truck is not garaged.

[malachi]

I have a BAK X4s on my Tundra 22 Limited and I love it. Only drops of water comes in with heavy rain at the tail gate and maybe at the front of the bed but nothing that creates puddles (I don't expect "water proof" from this type of cover). I looks clean, makes no noise at high speeds nor does it flap all over the place like a flag, and easy roll up to access my gear. For the money (they are not that that cheap), I think anyone looking for a soft cover will be satisfied.

[dougp]

I’ve owned many of these expensive covers over the years and they just tend to fall apart within 2 years. I don’t even bother with these pricey ones any more. I just use a cheap rollup cover (Tyger) and it’s been holding up great for 3 years now.

[michael]

I agree regarding the water and moisture. Good review. Thanks

[AgentGeo]

Glad I came across this video. I am getting one of these installed on my Raptor tomorrow. Thanks!

[bpri]

I just recently purchased this same cover for my F-150.

First off it was really easy to install but it was delivered and the little plastic covers (towards the tailgate) were broke. I called the customer service folks and they are amazing, they sent me replacement parts immediately. And I replaced the broken parts with no problem.

Second, I’ve had it on the truck now for a week or two and it is very sturdy. I used to have the tri-fold bed cover and it’s as sturdy or sturdier than that. This new cover seals better than my trifold. I also like how I can see out the back window when I am hauling stuff in the bed. The old cover completely blocked my view from behind. Over all I am really happy with it.

[Delzona]

Hey Dan, I've been waiting for your review on this cover because it's the one I wanted for my Maverick and seeing that we both live in AZ I wanted to hear how well it held up to the sun and heat. After seeing this video I used your link and order one. Now the race is on to see which one arrives first, my Maverick or the cover, both due towards the end of April!

[jorgerubio]

Please drop the video on how to activate the bed camera while driving!!

[dannygenao]

Had mine for 4 month and I live in the Caribbean where is hot all year long and is holding up great, it DOES NOT sound when I'm driving, love this cover

[miguelestela]

I certainly appreciate your honest, straightforward, & real life review of the various covers you tested. I have the BAKFlip F1 & wasn't satisfied with the weather protection. The leaks I experienced on the bulkhead (very minor) & tailgate are expected. But, not in between the panels, which was frustrating when traveling with gear. I had the BAK Revolver X4 for five years reliably. I will exchange my 3-panel F1 to the Revoler X4S just as the one you have. Thanks for the good review!

[Mike_Engel]

I like your video about your cover... I live in south Florida and have had the same BAK Revolver 2x cover for about 7 years ago... I have had it on 3 different F150 with the Super Crew Cab. The only issues I have had with it are 1 over the years the rubber weather seals along the sides and the back will stay to shrink or crack after about 4 years. After the 6th year it was faded and I wanted to her it recovered.... BAK would not sell me a new vinyl cover to replace it... So I went to a Marine Upholstery Shop and they redid the cover for $500.00.

[swells]

Great, follow up video. Only reason I am leaning toward a tri fold like I previously had would be for the back glass protection from loading or shifting load while hauling...Any thoughts on that when considering this one over the others? Also, here we are 2 years later, how is the fabric holding up? Thank you.

[joeshoebox]

3m make a great double sided tape tabs that should fix the bumper problem